For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 311 students in 12603, NY.
Public preschools in zipcode 12603 have a diversity score of 0.58, which is less than the New York public preschool average of 0.73.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12603, NY Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vassar Road Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
174 Vassar Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 463-7860
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 463-7860
Gr: PK-2 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
12603, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
601 Dutchess Tpke
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 486-4480
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 486-4480
Gr: 6-8 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 12603, NY?
The top ranked public preschools in 12603, NY include Vassar Road Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 12603?
1 public preschools are located in 12603.
What is the racial composition of students in 12603?
12603 public preschools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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